Samsung SL720 user manual Preventing your subject from being out of focus

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Preventing your subject from being out of focus

It may be difficult to get your subject in focus when:

-there is little contrast between the subject and background

(When your subject is wearing a color of clothing that is similar to the background)

-the light source behind the subject is too bright

-the subject is shiny

-the subject includes horizontal patterns, such as blinds

-the subject is not positioned in the center of the frame

Use the focus lock

Half-press [Shutter] to focus. When the subject is in focus, you can reposition the frame to change the composition. When you are ready, press [Shutter] to take your photo.

t When you take photos in low light

Turn on the flash. (p. 38)

t When subjects are moving fast

Use the continuous or motion capture function. (p. 48)

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Contents SL720 Keep your camera away from small children and pets Prevent damage to subjects’ eyesightHandle and dispose of batteries and chargers with care Handle and store your camera carefully and sensiblyProtect batteries, chargers, and memory cards from damage Health and safety informationAllow only qualified personnel to service your camera Use only Samsung-approved accessoriesEnsure maximum battery and charger life Protect your camera’s lensCopyright information Samsung Electronics America, IncIndications used in this manual Shooting mode iconsIcons used in this manual Abbreviations used in this manualPressing the shutter Expressions used in this manualSubject, background, and composition Exposure BrightnessTaking photos of people Quick referenceContents Contents Basic functions Unpacking Optional accessoriesCheck your product box for the following items Camera Sold as a set Camera case Memory cardsCamera layout Tripod mount Battery chamber coverSpeaker Icon Camera layoutDescription Button DescriptionIcons on the right IconsIcons on the left Icon DescriptionTurning your camera on or off Turning on your camera in Playback modeSelecting a white balance option in the P mode Rotate the mode dial to p Press mSelecting options Press o to confirm the highlighted option or menuPress F or t to scroll to a white balance option Selecting optionsPress o Setting the sound Setting the display and soundPress m to return to the previous mode Changing the display typePress Shutter to take a photo Taking photosTaking photos ZoomingDigital zoom Zoom outShooting mode, press m Select Functions “ OIS “ an option Reducing camera shake OIS a p b sRotate the mode dial to h Select a menu from the list Using the Photo Help Guide modeSelect a submenu View a topic Press o to practiceWhen shooting in the dark, avoid When is displayedHolding your camera correctly Half-pressing the shutter buttonPreventing your subject from being out of focus Extended functions Rotate the mode dial to S Align your subject in the frame Using the Smart Auto modeShooting modes Half-press Shutter to focus Press Shutter to take the photoUsing the frame guide Using the Scene modeShooting modes Select an option Adjusting the exposure in the Night mode Select a higher setting to make skin tone appear lighter Using the Beauty Shot modeTo hide facial imperfections, press m Using the Program mode Using the Dual is modeRecording a video Rotate the mode dial to Press mPress m Select Functions “ Voice ““a sound option To pause recording Recording a voice memo Recording voice memos a p d b sAdding a voice memo to a photo Shooting options Learn about the options you can set in shooting modeSelecting a resolution a p d b s v S Selecting a resolution and qualitySelecting image quality a p d b s Select Functions “ Photo Size “ an optionPress Shutter to start the timer Using the timer a p d b s v SLearn how to set the timer to delay shooting Shooting mode, press tUsing the motion timer Using the timerSelect Press Shutter Pressing ShutterShooting in the dark Using the flash a p b s SPreventing red-eye a p b s Shooting mode, press FShooting in the dark Adjusting the ISO speed pShooting mode, press m Select Functions “ ISO “ an option Using auto focus a p d Using macro a p dChanging the camera’s focus Shooting mode, press MChanging the camera’s focus Adjusting the focus area a p d b sDetecting faces Using face detection a p d b sTaking a self-portrait shot Using face detectionTaking a smile shot Detecting eye blinking Using smart face recognitionAdjusting the exposure manually EV p d Adjusting brightness and colorCompensating for backlighting ACB p Select Functions ““ACB “ an option. Option DescriptionChanging the metering option p d Adjusting brightness and colorSelecting a light source White balance p d Select Functions ““MeteringDefining your own white balance Select Functions ““Drive “ an option. Option Description Using burst modes p sImproving your photos Adjust the amount of the selected color. less or + moreApplying photo styles a p d s Shooting mode, press m Select Functions ““Image Adjust Adjusting your photos pSelect a value to adjust the selected item Improving your photosPlayback/Editing Playing back Starting Playback modePlayback mode, push Zoom down Press m Select a category Playing backPress F or t to view files Press o to return to the normal viewPress f Select the file you want to protect and press oPress f Select Yes Protecting filesTo restore files from the recycle bin Using the recycle binCopying files to the memory card To activate the recycle binEnlarging a photo Viewing photosStarting a slide show Set the slide show effect Select Start ““Play Playing a videoUse the following buttons to control playback Playback mode, select a video and press oCapturing an image during playback Playing voice memosPlaying a voice memo Playing a voice memo added to a photoResizing photos Editing a photoRotating a photo Defining your own RGB tone Applying photo stylesEditing a photo Select a value to adjust the selected item. less or + more Correcting exposure problemsSelect File Options “ Dpof “ Size “ an option Printing photos as thumbnailsViewing files on an Hdtv Viewing files on a TV or HdtvTurn on your camera Viewing files on a TV or HdtvHdmi adapter Hdmi cable Transferring files to your computer Installing programsFor Windows users Hardware and software requirementsTransferring files to your computer Insert the installation CD in a compatible CD-ROM driveConnect your camera to your PC with the USB cable Transferring files to your PCTurn on the camera Disconnecting the camera for Windows XPScreen Click the pop-up message Remove the USB cable On the tool bar at the bottom right of your PCSelect the files you want to download Using Samsung MasterFull-screen view Playback/Editing Using the Samsung Master InterfaceFor Mac users Printing photos with a photo printer PictBridge Configuring print settingsPress F or t to select a photo Press o to printAppendixes Accessing the settings menu Camera settings menuSelect a menu Press m to return to the previous screenSound Display Camera settings menuSettings Set the video signal output according to your Are not using it. Off, 1 min, 3 min*, 5 minAnynet+ Remote control ImprintHdmi Size PAL 1080i*, 720p, 576p Ntsc 1080i*, 720p, 480pComputer or printer AutomaticallyError message Suggested remedies Error messagesCleaning your camera Camera maintenanceCamera lens and display Camera bodyAbout memory cards Camera maintenanceMemory cards you can use Memory card capacityBattery specifications About the batteryBattery life Camera maintenance Common questions Situation Suggested remedies Before contacting a service centerBefore contacting a service center Situation  Using QuickTime PlayerYour computer cannot play videos Camera specifications Camera specifications Image size DC power input 34 pin Connector AppendixesVideo output Power source may differ depending on your region FCC notice Index Index Accessing Camera Display Sound Installing UsingFor Mac For Windows Playing Recording